1950 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 235 kg more than 1950 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 40 | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2730 mm |
